A UN employee detained by the Houthi movement in Yemen has died in captivity. The organization's human rights chief, Volker Türk, is calling for an investigation into his death.
WorldFalkenberg is back in the Swedish top flight. Centre-back Alexander Salo came to the rescue as the Halland side secured second place in the Superettan with a 2-1 home win over Sandviken. “It's the best day of my life,” Salo tells TV4.
SportsAnxiety decreases almost as much with feedback from AI as with feedback from a human therapist, new research from Stockholm University shows.
SwedenHackers stole nearly $6.2 billion worth of assets from cryptocurrency exchange Binance earlier this week. The company has now announced that it will cover the financial losses.
BusinessNearly 200,000 people took part in demonstrations across Germany on Saturday, inspired by recent protests in France.
WorldLiverpool's Alexander Isak scored against Brighton on 25 October, while Tottenham's Dejan Kulusevski recently returned from a long injury absence. Arsenal's Viktor Gyökeres scored his first goal of the season in the League Cup.
SportsYasin Ayari brought down Premier League leaders Manchester City. The Swedish midfielder scored the only goal as Brighton won away from home.
SportsNewcomers Björklöven were humiliated last time, but managed an honorable defeat in the return match. Skellefteå also won the second Västerbotten derby of the SHL season, 5–3.
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Anxiety decreases almost as much with feedback from AI as with feedback from a human therapist, new research from Stockholm University shows.
SwedenThe Left Party’s website was hijacked on Saturday. Anyone who clicked on the page about party leader Nooshi Dadgostar was met with advertisements for Indonesian gambling sites.
SwedenA man has died after being struck during a rally competition outside Nässjö. He was a spectator at the event.
SwedenPolice carried out a raid on a cargo ship off Gotland overnight, TV4 reports. The ship’s shipping company has previously been investigated in connection with Russian hybrid attacks, according to information provided to the channel.
SwedenThe Sweden Democrats are considering dropping their demand for ministerial posts, sources tell Aftonbladet.
PoliticsCOP17, the summit to protect biodiversity, is over, but critics say progress was limited. “Time is running out to achieve the goals governments around the world have set to reverse the nature crisis,” says Ulrik Westman, a representative of the Swedish Society for Nature Conservation.
PoliticsSeveral fires in a short period on Södermalm in Stockholm have led police to suspect an arsonist is on the loose, TV4 Nyheterna and Expressen report.
SwedenA man in his 60s has been taken to hospital after a suspected violent crime in Örebro. Police have arrested a woman in her 20s.
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A UN employee detained by the Houthi movement in Yemen has died in captivity. The organization's human rights chief, Volker Türk, is calling for an investigation into his death.
WorldNearly 200,000 people took part in demonstrations across Germany on Saturday, inspired by recent protests in France.
WorldDespite growing concerns that the war could resume, there are no plans for new talks between Tehran and Washington, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said.
WorldThe Democratic left is generating enthusiasm - and Republican anger. The movement is riding high ahead of the midterm elections, promising free childcare, universal health care and affordable rents. “Both Republicans and Democrats have failed us,” says Donovan McKinney of the Detroit Left.
WorldThe US could launch strikes on Iran as soon as Wednesday, November 4 - the day after the US midterm elections - according to sources who spoke to MS Now. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says no decision has been made.
WorldUkrainians evacuated from the war-torn, Russian-occupied city of Oleshky have arrived in Ukraine after being evacuated via Belarus, according to AFP.
WorldShops have barricaded their windows, 70,000 police officers and gendarmes have been deployed, and around 40 Paris metro stations are closed. Demonstrations were held across France on Saturday, and police used tear gas to disperse protesters in several places.
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After a decade-long buying spree, demand in China is suddenly weakening. As a result, the market value of six European stock market giants has fallen by the equivalent of SEK 2,800 billion this year.
BusinessNormally, the top prize is a stuffed animal or another toy. Now players are being lured by packages of eggs or toilet paper. Japan's slot machines have taken on a whole new meaning as households struggle with inflation.
BusinessIt all started in a garage with a couple of jet skis. In the future, unmanned ocean drones from defence company Nautrik could patrol the Strait of Hormuz or protect Sweden's coastline.
BusinessAudi plans to open its first factory in the United States, the company said in a statement.
BusinessPremiums for the most common types of insurance have risen sharply in recent years. If you’re unhappy with your insurance, consider switching, an expert advises. Loyalty doesn’t pay, says Moa Langemark of the Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority (FI).
BusinessEuropean carmakers, with Volvo Cars particularly hard hit, have been struggling. Donald Trump's tariffs, Chinese competition and production disruptions are behind Volvo's collapse. The future still looks quite bright, Handelsbanken automotive analyst Hampus Engellau tells TT.
BusinessThe state-owned mortgage bank SBAB reported SEK 1.2 billion in net interest income - the difference between income from lending and the cost of deposits - in the third quarter, down from SEK 1.3 billion in the second quarter.
BusinessForestry group SCA reports a profit of SEK 1 billion in the third quarter, down from SEK 1.1 billion a year earlier.
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Falkenberg is back in the Swedish top flight. Centre-back Alexander Salo came to the rescue as the Halland side secured second place in the Superettan with a 2-1 home win over Sandviken. “It's the best day of my life,” Salo tells TV4.
SportsLiverpool's Alexander Isak scored against Brighton on 25 October, while Tottenham's Dejan Kulusevski recently returned from a long injury absence. Arsenal's Viktor Gyökeres scored his first goal of the season in the League Cup.
SportsYasin Ayari brought down Premier League leaders Manchester City. The Swedish midfielder scored the only goal as Brighton won away from home.
SportsNewcomers Björklöven were humiliated last time, but managed an honorable defeat in the return match. Skellefteå also won the second Västerbotten derby of the SHL season, 5–3.
SportsFormer powerhouse Rosengård are still struggling in Sweden’s women’s top flight. The Malmö team drew 1-1 at home with second-placed Växjö.
SportsTeam Isabella Wranå is through to the first championship final of her career. The Swedish women beat Latvia 7–3 in the European Championship semi-final.
SportsThe worst start to a season in 40 years got even worse. Manchester United lost 2-0 away to Chelsea in the Premier League.
SportsThe Norwegian Ski Association looks set to lose between 5 and 9 million Norwegian kroner. “We always knew 2026 would be a tough year financially, but it has become even tougher than expected,” the association’s secretary general, Ola Keul, tells Adresseavisen.
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Pernilla Wahlgren has reunited with her brothers Vito and Emilio Ingrosso. The trio performed their 1980s hit “Piccadilly Circus” to acclaim at her son Benjamin Ingrosso’s concert at Malmö Arena on Friday night.
EntertainmentAmerican actor Selma Blair has apologized after being accused of assaulting people during a disturbance on a plane.
EntertainmentTech billionaires are the robber barons of our time. Cynthia Nixon doesn’t mince words when asked about the similarities between today’s America and the society depicted in the TV series “The Gilded Age.”
EntertainmentThis fall’s season of SVT’s “Married at First Sight” has been criticized for increasingly resembling a reality show. Participant Julia Jansson agrees with the criticism.
EntertainmentWhile nationwide protests continue to threaten France, with the next action scheduled for Saturday, October 31, at least one contentious issue has been resolved at the country’s premier museum.
EntertainmentA video clip showing the aftermath of the 2022 crowd crush in Seoul, South Korea, has been removed from the latest edition of "Call of Duty."
EntertainmentAre you a femcel, corporate slave or looksmaxxer? If so, you should skip some of the year’s best horror titles - unless you want to trigger your deepest traumas.
EntertainmentMany stars and colleagues are now pouring out tributes to iconic actor Patrick Stewart, who died this week. “He wore his heart on his sleeve,” writes his friend Ian McKellen.
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Sweden's All Saints' Day (Alla helgons dag) is a public holiday and falls on Saturday, October 31, the same day as Halloween. The Church of Sweden observes All Souls' Day (Alla själars dag) the following day, Sunday, November 1.
Living in SwedenIn Sweden, All Saints' Day is a time to remember those who are no longer with us and place a candle at their graves.
Living in SwedenSweden has been named the country with the world's strongest passport in the Global Passport Report 2026
SwedenThere are a few things that Swedes don't really want to compromise on when it comes to their Midsummer table. Pickled herring, new potatoes, sour cream, chives, and of course strawberries.
SwedenSwedish Pick and mix candy has gone from being an integral part of Saturday treats to becoming an international sensation. On TikTok, feeds are filled with colorful bags, foam skulls, sour bottles, and Americans discovering that candy doesn't have to taste like it was designed in a laboratory with neon lights.
Living in SwedenSweden is entering the 2026 World Cup with a strong offense that will likely keep many defenders up at night. Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyökeres are the big stars in the squad, Victor Nilsson Lindelöf is the team captain with extensive experience, and Graham Potter has assembled a team with maximum Premier League weight.
SwedenSTOCKHOLM - A burst of neon, music and Korean pop culture is set to transform one of Sweden’s most iconic amusement parks this summer. Gröna Lund has introduced “K-Street,” a limited-edition, K-pop-inspired zone opening exclusively for the 2026 season.
Living in SwedenWhen the sun comes out and the temperature rises, many drivers are eager to switch to summer tires. But those who hurry too much can both break the law and be forced to make an expensive double change.
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After a decade-long buying spree, demand in China is suddenly weakening. As a result, the market value of six European stock market giants has fallen by the equivalent of SEK 2,800 billion this year.
BusinessNormally, the top prize is a stuffed animal or another toy. Now players are being lured by packages of eggs or toilet paper. Japan's slot machines have taken on a whole new meaning as households struggle with inflation.
BusinessIt all started in a garage with a couple of jet skis. In the future, unmanned ocean drones from defence company Nautrik could patrol the Strait of Hormuz or protect Sweden's coastline.
BusinessAudi plans to open its first factory in the United States, the company said in a statement.
BusinessPremiums for the most common types of insurance have risen sharply in recent years. If you’re unhappy with your insurance, consider switching, an expert advises. Loyalty doesn’t pay, says Moa Langemark of the Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority (FI).
BusinessEuropean carmakers, with Volvo Cars particularly hard hit, have been struggling. Donald Trump's tariffs, Chinese competition and production disruptions are behind Volvo's collapse. The future still looks quite bright, Handelsbanken automotive analyst Hampus Engellau tells TT.
BusinessThe state-owned mortgage bank SBAB reported SEK 1.2 billion in net interest income - the difference between income from lending and the cost of deposits - in the third quarter, down from SEK 1.3 billion in the second quarter.
BusinessForestry group SCA reports a profit of SEK 1 billion in the third quarter, down from SEK 1.1 billion a year earlier.
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